[andrewparker]

I totally get the urge to jump back on the pole, it’s hard to sit still when you’re used to training regularly. I had a premolar removed last year and my dentist gave me similar advice about avoiding anything that spikes blood pressure or puts your head below your heart. Even light inversions can increase pressure around the extraction site and slow healing, so taking the full week off is usually worth it in the long run.

If you’re unsure about your specific situation, especially if you’re planning a future implant, it might be worth double-checking with a professional who deals with this often. I’m in Sydney and my dentist at Burwood Diamond Dental was really clear about staged recovery timelines and what’s safe at each step, if you want more detailed guidance, you can visit here to see the kind of post-extraction care they recommend.

For now, gentle stretching and walks sound perfect. Once the socket starts closing and the tenderness settles, you should be able to ease back into upright pole work before moving on to inversions. Better to give it a few extra days now than risk irritating the area and extending the downtime. Hope you’re back in the studio soon!